In 2023, France led the European import of mortars with a 13.77% share by weight, followed by Germany (10.92%) and Belgium (10.43%). Notable year-on-year changes included sharp increases in Luxembourg (13.08%) and Germany (12.82%), while the Netherlands and Slovakia saw declines at -5.32% and -4.97%, respectively. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years indicates a steady increase for most countries, except Poland, which experienced a downturn in import weight.
Future trends to watch include the steady growth in some emerging economies and potential volatility due to geopolitical changes affecting trade policies. Environmental regulations may also influence sourcing and quantities. Key growth drivers will likely include construction booms in specific countries and advancements in building technologies.
Top countries in Import of Mortars Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 13.77 | 2023 | +0.93% | +2.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 10.92 | 2023 | +4.74% | +12.82% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 10.43 | 2023 | +2.41% | +7.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Luxembourg | 8.48 | 2023 | +2.3% | +13.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.99 | 2023 | +2.89% | +7.9% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 6.51 | 2023 | -0.92% | -4.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.62 | 2023 | +4.28% | -5.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 4.42 | 2023 | +11.01% | +29.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.92 | 2023 | +3.24% | -0.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 3.13 | 2023 |
